Quadro P4000 vs GeForce GTX 1060

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro P4000

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

129%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

128%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

126%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

125%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

121%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

118%

#49

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

109%

#50

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF Edition

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1750

107%

#51

RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $2015

105%

#52

RTX A1000

MSRP: $749|Avg: $500

103%

#54

Radeon Pro 5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $250

102%

#55

Quadro P4000

MSRP: $815|Avg: $290

100%

#57

Quadro RTX 3000

MSRP: $800|Avg: $891

97%

#58

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1700

95%

#59

Radeon Vega Frontier Edition

MSRP: $999|Avg: $150

91%

#60

Radeon Pro WX 8200

MSRP: $999|Avg: $350

90%

#62

RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

89%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

88%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

86%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

84%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

78%

#67

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1450

74%

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

64%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro P4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 13.6% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+13.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-13.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $290), it costs 79% less, resulting in a 325.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+325.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($290)	✅More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Quadro P4000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P4000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P4000

The Quadro P4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 6 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1202 MHz to 1480 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 105W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,431 points. Launch price was $815.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro P4000 scores 11,431 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Quadro P4000 leads by 13.6%. The Quadro P4000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,792 (Quadro P4000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 5.304 TFLOPS (Quadro P4000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1480 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	11,431+14%	10,064
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1792	2560+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.304 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+67%
Boost Clock	1480 MHz	1733 MHz+17%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	112	160+43%
L1 Cache	672 KB	960 KB+43%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro P4000 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Quadro P4000 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.0 (Quadro P4000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.0	12
Vulkan	1.0	1.3+30%
OpenGL	4.5	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro P4000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP8 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro P4000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	6th Gen NVENC	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP8	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P4000 draws 105W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 52.6% difference. The Quadro P4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro P4000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro P4000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	105W-42%	180W
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	241mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	108.9+95%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P4000 launched at $815 MSRP and currently averages $290, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 79.3% less ($230 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.4 (Quadro P4000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 325.6% better value. The Quadro P4000 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).